NEW YORK, Aug. 5 (Xinhuanet) -- Siblings of the Sept.11 terror attack victims will play a large role in this year's memorial ceremony by reading aloud the names their lost loved ones, New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Governor George Pataki announced here Friday.

    "As New York City's renewal continues, we pause on the anniversary of that terrible day in Sept. 2001 to remember those we lost, and to reaffirm our commitment to honor their lives, both by rebuilding Lower Manhattan and by creating a beautiful memorial," the mayor said in a joint statement on the details of this year's commemorative ceremony.

    There will be music throughout the reading of the names, and as in previous years, four moments of silence to mark the times each plane hit the towers, and the times each tower fell. About 200 siblings will participate in the ceremony, with readers selected by lottery.

    At sundown, the "Tribute in Light," will again shine for one night in memory of the victims, but from a new location at the intersection of West and Morris streets.

    "Time will never dull the grief of those who lost their loved ones on that tragic day, nor will it diminish our dedication to remembering our heroes and ensuring that a fitting memorial rises in their name," Pataki said.

    "As we approach the fourth anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, we will particularly remember the siblings of those who were lost, as they have the privilege of honoring their loved ones at this year's ceremony," he said.

    Last year's ceremony focused on parents or grandparents who lost loved ones, while the previous year centered on children of the victims.

    The governor also announced a statewide moment of silence and ringing of bells at 8:46 a.m. on the fourth anniversary so that people from all over New York State, across America and the world can take a moment to remember the lost heroes and the spirit of freedom that prevailed on that day. Enditem